Automotive Service Manager (Bench Role) – Roscoe, IL

Description

GreatWater 360 Auto Care is growing fast—and we’re looking for a solid Automotive Service Manager with a great attitude to join our team in a unique Bench Role. This position is designed to support multiple shops within the district while preparing you to take over your own location within a few months.If you’re a values-driven leader who sets the standard, inspires your team, and builds trust with every customer, this is your opportunity to grow with a company that invests in your future.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $55,000 – $68,000
• Incentives: Monthly & Quarterly Performance Bonuses
• Benefits Package (Available Day 1):
• Paid Time Off:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• $25K Basic Life & AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• 401K with Company Match (after 90 days)
• 1 Week Paid Paternal Leave
• 80 Hours Front-Loaded PTO/Year (with potential match of current PTO)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Weekends Off – Our Shops Are Closed!

Career Growth & Training

We’re committed to your personal and professional development. You’ll have access to:

• Onsite & Offsite Training Programs
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• A clear path to managing your own shop

What You’Ll Do

• Support multiple shops in the Roscoe/Rockford, IL area
• Lead and motivate shop teams
• Manage daily operations and ensure high service standards
• Build lasting customer relationships based on trust
• Drive shop performance and manage P&L
• Train, coach, and develop team members

What We’Re Looking For

• 2+ years of automotive shop management experience
• 1+ year in a service advisor or sales role
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR
• Proven leadership and performance management experience
• Strong problem-solving and financial analysis skills
• A self-aware, servant leader who leads by example

Location

This is a district-based role supporting shops in Roscoe/Rockford, IL.

Ready To Join A Team That Respects And Appreciates You?

If you’re ready to grow with a company that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence—apply now and start your journey with GreatWater 360 Auto Care! 

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Must possess a current valid driver's license and have a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• 2+ years’ automotive shop management experience
• 1+ year experience in a service advisor role or demonstrate an ability to sell. 
• Self-aware, servant leader with proven experience managing (included interviewing, hiring, training, counseling, and termination of employees).
• Previous experience with performance management including coaching, setting expectations, writing, and delivering performance reviews, managing disciplinary actions, conducting investigations, and holding employees accountable for results
• Strong motivator with the ability to proactively diagnose problems and provide effective solutions; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation
• Ability to interrupt and calculate figures such as financial reports, discounts, interest, and percentages; ability to apply concepts of basic math
• Demonstrated experience managing a P&L and familiarity with key line-item management to impact results